Water samples from Beaver Beach at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park have tested positive for a type of blue-green algae that produces cyanotoxins. Visitors are advised to avoid swimming at Beaver Lake and to keep animals on a leash to prevent them from drinking or swimming in the lake. Elk Lake remains safe for the public. Read More>>

CRD Selected for LGAG Audit of Emergency Management Programs

Jun 29, 2017

The Capital Regional District (CRD) has been one of four local governments selected for a performance audit of its emergency management program by British Columbia’s Auditor General for Local Government (AGLG).

Funding will support wider tsunami warning range

New consolidated 9-1-1/police dispatch centre to enhance public safety

CRD Board Supports Amendment for Unified 911 Centre

Sep 15, 2016

Media Release: The CRD Board announced their support for a service establishment bylaw amendment and loan authorization for construction of an Emergency Response Dispatch Centre that will unify the 911 Primary Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) and Police Dispatch for the region.

CRD and IBC Sponsor Shake Zone Tour for Earthquake Awareness

May 04, 2016

Media Release: The Capital Regional District (CRD) is teaming up with the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) to help ensure British Columbians are prepared, both physically and financially, for an earthquake.

CRD Adopts a Coordinated Regional Service for Emergency Program Support

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What is the CRD?

The CRD is a local government that delivers 200+ local, regional and sub-regional services for residents of the region, including 13 municipalities and three electoral areas on southern Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands. Governed by a 24 member Board of Directors, the CRD is working to serve the public, and build a vibrant, livable and sustainable region.